Fig Preserves Cake

Name: Fig Preserves Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 3 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1 cup fig preserves; 1 cup pecans, chopped; 1 tsp vanilla extract

A dense, moist spice cake rich with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, toasted pecans, and sweet fig preserves. Perfect for autumn gatherings or traditional holiday celebrations.

65 minMediumServes 12380 cal/serving

Southern AmericanDessertOvenVegetarianSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup fig preserves
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2

Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground allspice, and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl.
3

In a separate large bowl, beat 1 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup vegetable oil, and 3 beaten large eggs until smooth.
4

Alternately add the dry mixture and 1/2 cup buttermilk into the wet ingredients, blending well after each addition.
5

Fold in 1 cup fig preserves, 1 cup chopped pecans, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
6

Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Questions

How long does Fig Preserves Cake take?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (45 minutes): "Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean."

What should Fig Preserves Cake look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Is there a substitute for buttermilk in Fig Preserves Cake?

The entry for Fig Preserves Cake calls for 1/2 cup buttermilk. In its place: Stir a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into a cup of milk and let it stand five minutes. Plain yogurt thinned with milk also works.

Is Fig Preserves Cake vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup buttermilk and 3 large eggs, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

How do I store and reheat Fig Preserves Cake?

Store Fig Preserves Cake airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

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